2016 Forest River RV Sierra 402qb Specs
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Towing & Dimensions
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GVWR | 13180 lbs | Class 4 Receiver | - | - |
| Dry Weight | 11289 lbs | CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller | - | - |
| Hitch Weight | 1180 lbs | - | - | - |
| Payload Capacity | 1891 lbs | Coil SumoSprings | - | - |
| Length | 516 in | Furrion Backup Camera | Shop Cameras | - |
| Width | 96 in | Clip On Mirrors | Shop Mirrors | - |
| Exterior Height | 151 in | Telescoping Ladder | Shop Ladders | - |
| Interior Height | 94 in | - | - | - |
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GVWR
13180 lbs
Dry Weight
11289 lbs
Hitch Weight
1180 lbs
Payload Capacity
1891 lbs
Length
516 in
Width
96 in
Exterior Height
151 in
Interior Height
94 in
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Electrical & Solar
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Converter Amps | 65 | - | - | - |
| Shore Power | 30 Amps | - | - | - |
| Battery Type | 12V Lead-Acid | Renogy 100Ah LiFePO4 | RV Batteries | Top 5 |
| Solar Pre-Wired | Optional | - | - | - |
| Inverter | Optional | - | - | - |
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Battery Converter Amps
65
Shore Power
30 Amps
Battery Type
12V Lead-Acid
Solar Pre-Wired
Optional
Inverter
Optional
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Tank Capacities
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Of Fresh Water Holding Tanks | 1 | - | - | - |
| Number Of Gray Water Holding Tanks | 2 | - | - | - |
| Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks | 2 | - | - | - |
| Fresh Water Tank Capacity | 60 gal | - | Fresh Water Tanks | - |
| Gray Water Tank Capacity | 133 gal | - | - | - |
| Black Water Tank Capacity | 100 gal | - | Back Water Tanks | - |
| Number Of Propane Tanks | 2 | - | - | - |
| Propane Tank Capacity | 60 lbs | 30Lb Propane Tank | Propane Tank Capacity | - |
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Number Of Fresh Water Holding Tanks
1
Number Of Gray Water Holding Tanks
2
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks
2
Fresh Water Tank Capacity
60 gal
Gray Water Tank Capacity
133 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
100 gal
Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Propane Tank Capacity
60 lbs
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Tires & Wheels
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Brake Type | Not Applicable | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire Width | 235 | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire | 235/80R 16E Full Spec | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire Aspect Ratio | 80 | - | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Electric Drum | - | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 16 | - | - | - |
| Wheels Composition | Aluminum | - | - | - |
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Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire Width
235
Rear Tire
235/80R 16E Full Spec
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
80
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Rear Wheel Diameter
16
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Heating & Cooling
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning Type | Automatic | Dometic 13.5K Air Conditioner | Shop All RV AC | - |
| Water Heater Tank Capacity | 10 g | RV Tank Water Heater | RV Water Heaters | - |
| Heater Type | Automatic | - | - | - |
| Water Heater Pump Power Mode | Electrical / Propane | - | - | - |
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Air Conditioning Type
Automatic
Water Heater Tank Capacity
10 g
Heater Type
Automatic
Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Electrical / Propane
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Living Room / Bedroom(s)
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master Bedroom Flooring Type | Carpet | - | - | - |
| Number Of King Size Beds | 1 | - | - | - |
| Living Area Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Mirror Doors | No | - | - | - |
| Number Of Bathrooms | 2 | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Door Style | Conventional Door | - | - | - |
| Sofa Material | Leather | - | - | - |
| Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds | 2 | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Location | Front / Rear | - | - | - |
| Full Size Master Bedroom Closet | Yes | - | - | - |
| Number Of Sofas | 1 | Tri-Fold Sofa | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains | Yes | - | - | - |
| Number Of Bunk Beds | 6 | - | - | - |
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Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Carpet
Number Of King Size Beds
1
Living Area Location
Center
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
No
Number Of Bathrooms
2
Master Bedroom Door Style
Conventional Door
Sofa Material
Leather
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
2
Master Bedroom Location
Front / Rear
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
Yes
Number Of Sofas
1
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Number Of Bunk Beds
6
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Kitchen / Dining
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen Table Configuration | Bench Seats | - | - | - |
| Oven Depth | 22 / 558.8 in | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator Size | Full-Size | - | - | - |
| Number Of Oven Burners | 3 | - | - | - |
| Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type | Carpet / Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator Power Mode | Electric / Propane | - | - | - |
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Kitchen Table Configuration
Bench Seats
Oven Depth
22 / 558.8 in
Kitchen Location
Center
Refrigerator Size
Full-Size
Number Of Oven Burners
3
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Carpet / Vinyl
Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Bathroom
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bathroom Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Bathroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Toilet Type | Porcelain | RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment | Toilets | Top 5 |
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Bathroom Location
Center
Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Toilet Type
Porcelain
Exterior
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awning Length | 20 ft/m | Awning Fabric Replacement | All Awnings | - |
| Number of Awnings | 1 | Motorized RV Awning Set | Shop Awnings | - |
| Leveling Jack Type | Front Manual / Rear Manual | - | - | - |
| Number Of Axles | 2 | - | - | - |
| Sidewall Construction | Fiberglass | - | - | - |
| Number of Doors | 2 | - | - | - |
| Door Type | Plastic / Glass | - | - | - |
| Body Material | Aluminum | - | - | - |
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Awning Length
20 ft/m
Number of Awnings
1
Leveling Jack Type
Front Manual / Rear Manual
Number Of Axles
2
Sidewall Construction
Fiberglass
Number of Doors
2
Door Type
Plastic / Glass
Body Material
Aluminum
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Options
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Heater Tank Bypass | Yes | - | - | - |
| Heated | No | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator | Standard | - | - | - |
| Cable Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Phone Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| TV Antenna Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Screened Room | No | - | - | - |
| Air Conditioning Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Washer / Dryer Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Heat Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Slideout | Yes | - | - | - |
| Bunkhouse | Yes | - | - | - |
| Overhead Fan | Yes | Overhead Fan | - | - |
| Surround Sound | Yes | - | - | - |
| Interior Wood Finish | Yes | - | - | - |
| Satellite Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Awning | Yes | - | - | - |
| Wallpaper | Yes | - | - | - |
| Sliding Glass Door | Yes | - | - | - |
| Battery Power Converter | Yes | - | - | - |
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Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Heated
No
Refrigerator
Standard
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Phone Prewiring
No
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Screened Room
No
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
Bunkhouse
Yes
Overhead Fan
Yes
Surround Sound
Yes
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Satellite Prewiring
Yes
Power Retractable Awning
Yes
Wallpaper
Yes
Sliding Glass Door
Yes
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Entertainment
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Of Televisions | 1 | Insignia LED HD Alexa TV | Shop RV TV's | - |
| Number Of Discs | 1 | - | - | - |
| Speaker Location | Interior / Exterior | RecPro Exterior Speakers | - | - |
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Number Of Televisions
1
Number Of Discs
1
Speaker Location
Interior / Exterior
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Instrumentation
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| Number Of Radios | 1 | - | - | - |
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Number Of Radios
1
Quick Overview
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| Parent Company | Forest River Inc. | - | - | - |
| Year | 2016 | - | - | - |
| Make | Forest River | - | - | - |
| Display Name | Sierra Destination 402QB | - | - | - |
| Class | Destination | - | - | - |
| Max Sleeping Count | 12 | - | - | - |
| Number of Slideouts | 4 | - | - | - |
| Introduction Year | 2013 | - | - | - |
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Parent Company
Forest River Inc.
Year
2016
Make
Forest River
Display Name
Sierra Destination 402QB
Class
Destination
Max Sleeping Count
12
Number of Slideouts
4
Introduction Year
2013
How We Scored This RV
Our MintRV Rating analyzes over 50 specifications across 5 key dimensions. Each dimension starts at 5.0 points and adjusts based on how this RV's specs compare to others in its class. Below is exactly how we calculated each score for this destination.
Tow-Ready Score
5.8/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Destination class averages
+0.8
Final Tow-Ready Score
5.8
Living Space & Layout
4.8/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Destination class averages
-0.2
Final Living Space & Layout
4.8
Comfort & Features
5.8/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Destination class averages
+0.8
Final Comfort & Features
5.8
Storage Space
5.5/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Destination class averages
+0.5
Final Storage Space
5.5
Off-Grid & Campsites
5.3/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Destination class averages
+0.3
Final Off-Grid & Campsites
5.3
About Our Rating Methodology
MintRV Ratings are calculated using verified manufacturer specifications. We compare each RV against others in its class type and weight category. Scores are updated when new specs become available. Learn more about our methodology →
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Frequently Asked Questions
To safely tow the 2016 Forest River RV Sierra 402qb, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 13180 lbs. With a dry weight of 11289 lbs and hitch weight of 1180 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.
This Destination has a dry weight of 11289 lbs and a GVWR of 13180 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 1891 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.
The approximate dimensions are length 516 in., width 96 in., and height 151 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.
The Sierra 402qb includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.
Many Sierra 402qb owners add a weight-distribution hitch, brake controller, leveling system, and portable generator to improve towing comfort. Solar kits, backup cameras, and upgraded tires are also popular upgrades.
With a GVWR of 13180 lbs and dry weight of 11289 lbs, the Sierra 402qb is light enough for smaller tow vehicles yet rugged enough for light off-road travel. Add solar, extra propane, and a generator for extended off-grid stays.
This floorplan sleeps up to 12 people comfortably - perfect for couples or small families seeking a lightweight, easy-tow Destination.
The Sierra 402qb features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 13180 lbs ensures strength without excessive towing weight.
?? Tip: Always check your vehicle's specific towing capacity in the owner's manual. Consider payload and tongue weight too!
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